0110 Visiting Billy Collins

The gate opens easily - someone's oiled it quite recently. There's fresh gravel on the path this winter day. There's a dog kennel out there and a single warning bark from inside the house but your shins are safe. Those neighbours of his seem quiescent today.. The doormat has said WELCOME for some frayed years now. There are lights on and the door opens quickly although they weren't expecting you so soon. 'How about a walk around after coffee, this crisp morning? Just as far as you like? There's lots to show you..' We walk further than I intended, laughing over the word 'accessible'.